中国石化携手宁德时代 打造万站换电“新基建”

Core Viewpoint - China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec) and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) have signed a framework agreement to deepen their long-term strategic cooperation, focusing on building a nationwide battery swapping network and infrastructure for new energy vehicles [1][2]. Group 1: Partnership Details - The agreement aims to construct at least 500 battery swapping stations this year, with a future goal of 10,000 stations to enhance energy services for new energy vehicle owners [1][2]. - Sinopec has a vast network of 30,000 comprehensive energy stations and over 28,000 convenience stores, serving more than 200 million customers daily [2][3]. - CATL is the world's largest supplier of power batteries and has established partnerships with major automotive manufacturers to launch multiple battery-swappable vehicle models [2][3]. Group 2: Industry Impact - The battery swapping model is recognized as a key solution to alleviate charging anxiety and promote low-carbon development in the transportation sector [1][2]. - The collaboration signifies a new phase in the systematic construction of the battery swapping ecosystem, integrating resources from both companies to accelerate the development of new infrastructure [2][3]. - The partnership will also focus on standardization in energy and electricity, aiming to contribute to the high-quality development of China's new energy vehicle industry and serve as a model for global energy transition [2][3].